NURSING ASST (CERT)

Universal Health Services•Las Vegas, NV

40d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Mountain Sahara is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team as a Certified Nursing Assistant. (CNA). Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is the clinical staff member who has interaction with patients on a daily basis. They present good communication and observation skills as well as the ability to accurately process and document information. The CNA provides structure and safety to the milieu environment as directed by hospital and unit procedures and manages patient behavior effectively. The CNA instructs, assists, and supervises patients in activities of daily living and provides services that support nurses, teachers, activity therapists, and other departments in various activities. They present good communication skills.

Requirements

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent required
Must have an active CNA license from the Nevada State Nursing Board
Obtain BLS Basic Life Support certification
Good communication skills, i.e., reading, writing, and speaking
Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
Basic PC knowledge and medical terminology
Good leadership qualities which includes self-control, patience, and empathy
New hires are required to attend 1 full week of New Employee Orientation on day shift, normally 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday through Friday
Must successfully pass background check (includes criminal history, Child Abuse and Neglect Registry, and ABI/FBI fingerprint check)

Nice To Haves

B.S/B.A in behavioral health science preferred
One year of experience in a psychiatric setting/patient care preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor.
Complete patient observation rounds timely. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care.
Assist with transferring, lifting, raising or turning patients.
Obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and ensure accurate documentation.
Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient's emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraints when necessary.
Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.
Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians and therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness.
Ensure comfort, dignity, privacy and perform related CNA duties such as feed, bath, dress, groom, move patients or change linens.
Provide transfer or transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member, as required.
Follow established policies, procedures and standards for patient care.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.